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David "Dave" Tannen

1951 - 2018

David "Dave" Tannen

1951 - 2018

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BORN

1951

DIED

2018

David Tannen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 25, 2018.

David "Dave" Tannen

Lakeway, TX - David "Dave" Tannen, lost his 5 year battle from Parkinson's Disease on March 13, 2018. He was born July 6, 1951 in Wharton, TX. Dave married Marilyn and they enjoyed loving each other for twenty-eight blissful years.

Dave was a casino executive for over forty years, he and Marilyn lived in Las Vegas, Shreveport, and New Orleans. Dave enjoyed watching movies in his spare time with Marilyn and his 2 Yorkies, Jimmy and Jesse, by his side.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Harry and Mary Tannen. Dave will be truly missed by his wife, Marilyn; his son, Blake Tannen; his 2 Yorkies, Jimmy and Jesse; his sister, Ann DeBolt and 3 nieces, Hannah, Laura and Abby.

Private family services held.

Arrangements by Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Home (512) 263-1511. Obituary and memorial guestbook available online at www.wcfish.com

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June 20, 2018

Cheryl Wyatt posted to the memorial.

May 29, 2018

Gayle Tegler (Kime) posted to the memorial.

April 26, 2018

Debora Richardson Mammarelli posted to the memorial.

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Cheryl Wyatt

June 20, 2018

Marilyn, I am so sorry to hear about David. He was truly a wonderful man. Mom always thought a lot of David, and you as well. I tried to find a phone number for the two of you at Mom's house, but could not locate where she put your number. Cheryl Barton-Wyatt (Lois Barton's daughter from Kentucky)

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Gayle Tegler (Kime)

May 29, 2018

Dave was a dear friend a force of nature. He was brilliant, incredibly funny and erudite, told the best stories, and had a huge heart. All of us who opened Harrah's Shreveport will never forget him and the good times we had together as the opening team. Gayle Tegler (Kime)

Debora Richardson Mammarelli

April 26, 2018

Harrah's was the first casino riverboat to arrive in our little town. Suddenly people from Tahoe, Vegas, and Atlantic City we're landing in Shreveport. Having absolutely no gaming experience, I had no idea what to expect during an interview for the position of Casino Administrator....fortunately, Dave Tannen was one of the first four people I met. That interview and the following three years were filled with lots of laughter! Dave taught me so much; he was a protector, teacher, mentor, translator, confidant, entertainer, enforcer, and teddy bear! He always had a funny story to share, and was always plain spoken and never pretentious. I still have a birthday card he and the other three Casino Managers gave me that first summer. He made me feel like a true, valued member of the team. Thanks for your friendship; you will be remembered and missed!

Bo Toche

March 31, 2018

Sorry for your loss Marilyn, Dave was one of the best guys I ever met in Casino business. We really had some good times at Holiday/Harrahs. Rest In Peace my friend

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Stephen Taranto

March 31, 2018

Marilyn, I'm so sorry for your loss. Dave was one of my favorite people I have ever worked with in the Casino business. He really knew how to make a bad scenario appear funny. I worked with Dave and Marilyn almost 40 years ago at the Holiday (Harrah's) Casino in Las Vegas. We were all much younger then and had such a good time. My condolences to his entire family, friends and pets. RIP Dave.

Gary Gustafson

March 27, 2018

Well........Dave...............
.....It was a lot of years. A lot of years and I don't remember any of them being "bad". Without you, undoubtedly, I wouldn't be able to say that.

like so many others, I have a lot to thank you for. We saw each other through many "ups" and "downs" but the "downs" were always made better by you.

It's a testament to you that people you met 25 years ago in Shreveport still look up to you and appreciate your friendship. Some of them have, already, posted on here.

I had always hoped that, somehow, we would spend our later years in rocking chairs, out on the porch, telling each other the same casino stories, and no matter how many times we heard them..........we would laugh. I guess I'll just have to tell those stories to myself.

....It WAS a lot of years.......almost 40...........

Thanks, Dave.

Marilyn, where would we be without you? Thanks for all that you brought to Dave's life. I'm here.

Gary

roy mathews

March 27, 2018

marilyn I was so sad to hear of Dave's passing I am a real admirer of him we had some great laughs at others expense our prayers are with you and Blake he will live on in our memories Roy Mathews

Judy Williams

March 26, 2018

I worked with Dave in Shreveport and he was always delightful. Funny and also deeply committed, Dave was just a good human being. There won't be another like him. He made a difference in the world, and I'll truly miss him.

Judy Williams

March 26, 2018

I worked with Dave when he was in Shreveport, LA, and then saw him again about 9 years ago in Las Vegas. He was funny but also clearly a deep soul, committed and kind. He made a big impression on me and I'll never forget him. Love to you and Blake, Marilyn. He made a difference in this world.

March 25, 2018

I met Dave in Las Vegas before he traveled to Shreveport to run Dave's Joint. He made me laugh at that very first meeting and I laughed many more times with him until the end.
This MAN was one of a kind and Kathryn and I will surely miss him. Marilyn has all our very best wishes and love as she and the boys travel into the future.
Goodbye, Dave and get er done, as only you can.
Love you big guy, thanks for your friendship.
Joe and Kathryn

Sue Thomas

March 25, 2018

Marilyn and Blake- may you both find peace and strength. Dave was one of a kind, there will never be another. He gave hope and skills to people who had very little hope in a town that could offer very little to them. Dave was the catalyst and the mentor to so many. Marilyn- you were his heart. Peace and love to you. RIP Dave.

eeeeed Walker

March 24, 2018

Dave touched so many lives, all of us are so much better for knowing this man. Saran and I join everyone from Shreveport that are heart broken today. Ed Walker Minden, La.

Donna Turner

March 24, 2018

I'm so glad that I had the pleasure of working for this man...he will be missed by many.

Brenda Burnham

March 24, 2018

Dave will be missed by so many. There was no one like him. He came to us all when we had slight hope of ever being able to take care of our families.He taught us so much.God has him now and I'm sure that Dave will be keeping him busy with all the stories of his career in the casino business. We will always cherish those years that he was in our lives, and all those trips we all took to the Whitehouse.

Teresa Carpenter

March 24, 2018

Dave Tannen was the biggest man I have ever known, big in stature, big in heart, big in everything that a person good. I was at a low point in my life when I met Dave, he helped me retain my belief in myself and gave me an opportunity at a career in gaming that changed my life and the lives of my four children. Dave was an honest and direct speaking man...if he said it you could take it to the bank. Someone was making fun of me on time and said that if Dave Tannen told you to jump off the Spring St. Bridge you would probably do it. I answered that I would because I would know he had my best interests in mind. Dave was and is my hero, if you are blessed you know a great person to look up to in your lifetime...I was blessed to have Dave as my boss and my friend and I will miss him. Prayers to his beautiful family.
Teresa Carpenter

Larie Garrett

March 24, 2018

Thinking of you and sending prayers for peace. May all your happy memories of your life with Dave bring you comfort during your times of sadness. We love you!

Kahala Latson

March 24, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family. Dave was the best casino manager Shreveport has ever seen. May God continue to bless his family and may he rest peacefully in Heaven. He will be missed.

Michael Herzog

March 23, 2018

I recently heard of Dave's passing and I am so sorry to hear about it. Dave was a good friend over all of the years that we worked together and past that as well. I have fond memories of listening to great music with Dave in and outside of work. He had such a great perspective on life and people, and a remarkable sense of humor that cut like a knife (in a good way). Dave will surely be missed and I look forward to listening to "Compared to What" with him again some day...

March 22, 2018

I'm sorry for your loss. May you receive the comfort you need during this difficult time.

J T

March 22, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. And the loving support that comes from God's word(Isaiah41:10). My sincere condolences to the family.

T G

March 22, 2018

may the wonderful memories of your loved one sustains you until gods promise are fulfilled john 6/40

March 22, 2018

To the family and friends, may you find comfort, strength and peace from our loving creator. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Laura Angely-Bolen

March 21, 2018

Marilyn and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Dave was an extraordinary man, the type of which this world could use more of. I was proud to be his secretary in Shreveport and his friend.

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